What is another word for discomposes?

Pronunciation: [dɪskˈɒmpə͡ʊzɪz] (IPA)

Discomposes is a word that refers to the state of being disturbed or upset. Some synonyms for discomposes include agitates, unsettles, disturbs, troubles, vexes, unnerves, perturbs, and ruffles. Each of these words carries a slightly different connotation and can be used in different contexts. For example, agitate may imply a sense of unrest or agitation in a group, while perturb may suggest more personal or emotional upset. These synonyms can be useful when trying to express the idea of being discomposed, particularly in creative writing or discussions of emotional states.

What are the hypernyms for Discomposes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Discomposes

What he says of the Sibyl's prophecies may be as properly applied to every word of his: they must be read in order as they lie; the least breath discomposes them and somewhat of their divinity is lost.
"Early Theories of Translation"
Flora Ross Amos
"If I have not answered you as I should," I continued, "you must attribute it partly to the storm, which I confess rather discomposes my ideas; and partly to a little surprise-a very foolish surprise, I own-that you should still be able to feel so strong a sympathy with interests which are generally only considered of importance to the young."
"Basil"
Wilkie Collins
I protest I despair of ever teaching that girl to laugh; she has something so execrably natural in her laugh, that I declare it absolutely discomposes my nerves.
"The Contrast"
Royall Tyler

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